2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 653 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |